Me On NBC10 News

[TheDealer]

http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/Workers_Cry_as_Top_Car_Dealer_ Closes_Philadelphia.html

[TiTo35]

Man...that is sad...I thought the first thread was sad, but for it to make the news and to SEE how the economy is hurting the "family" really hurts. :(

[AConvertedChevy]

man that sucks, sorry to hear that
On a lighter note, good to know one more person who lives in my area!!

[shodude]

ray man.. i'm sorry. wish this was something i could do. it really is sad.. we had something similar here in columbus. Graham ford closed its doors after years and years, i remember when i was 5 or 6 and going to graham to get our brand new 86 taurus. its really sad to see it gone. its hard to see these dealerships go..

[justbob]

Ray, i couldn't even imagine holding the same job for 39 years and what it must feel like to lose it. My family wishes your family the best.

[Fourth Horseman]

I really have no words. Ray, sorry man. It's not fair at all.

[Bigdogjim]

I feel for you Ray. Buses are not doing much better I will not work till Febuary.

[knine]

I really have no words. Ray, sorry man. It's not fair at all.
^^^ What he said. Ray, I couldn't even post in your last thread. Wish you the best. Thanks for all your help in the past.

[TAKEDOWN]

Ray it's nice to be able to put a face behind these keyboards, I'm sorry to see you in this situation. This chapter in your life has ended, but sounds like you're opening a new door of adventure. Ray please keep us posted, once again thank you for your dedicated service.

[Blk Mamba]

Ray, we feel for your loss, and your family is in our prayers. We are your family, and we will get through this. Crandall Ford closed it's doors after 40+ years in business in Northeast Ohio, two of our friend lost their jobs at that time.

[Richy04]

Ray,

I am sorry, I can only pray you are snatched up by a local dealer who needs someone of your experience to work for them. I was touched by the newscast and I can honestly say that the boss they showed really cared for his people and was very sorry for the whole family of workers there. I hope 2009 brings bigger and better things for you and your family.

[Cobra25]

Ray I'm sorry this happeded to you. After all those years I'm sure you job felt like having a second family. My prayers are with you and your family.

[gonzo50]

"WOW", this indeed is very sad,:( hoping you can recover from this quickly, and times get better for you and your Family. Wishing you the best.:depress:

[BODYMAN]

VERY SAD! Best of luck in future endevers Ray. You have my best wishes..I could some day be in youre shoes I work for a local Ford dealer they have been here since 1920 will see what the future holds for us. But again the best of luck in the future for you.:beer:

Todd

[SC Cheesehead]

Ray,

Reading your original posting was tough, but the video clip really got to me.

God bless, you're in our prayers.

[CRUZTAKER]

Yeah...that really hits home.

We're so sorry for the position you are in Ray.
You know we all love and support you.

Your interview brings back memories of my child hood in the early 1970's.
You remind me of my father.
I remember coming home from school, and seeing my father in his lounge chair weaping.
I asked him what was wrong and he explained that after 36 years of employment, he was just let go and the Akron Firestone Plant One was being closed forever. He was one year short of what would have been a full retirement package.
I didn't quite understand at the time. But now I fear, as a lot of fear, that the end of our careers may be just around the corner.

Stay strong Ray!

[jgc61sr2002]

Ray - Very sorry. Good Luck .

[EbonyMarauder03]

I know how you feel Ray. I wasn't at Magarity as long as you were at Northeast Ray, but I was just shy of 10 years. The last day of November was my last day. Sales will try to sell off the rest of the cars through December, but parts and service was closed. I don't know where I'll go.

[TheDealer]

Sorry for you too. No one will be hiring. Good luck and Happy Holidays to all!!!

[Ms. Denmark]

It's hard to say goodbye to a job you've held for so many years. Even harder to know an entire industry is on it's knees. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family tonight.

[Local Boy]

I'm very sorry to see this happen to such a great guy like yourself, my friend...

Best of luck in the coming new year...

ALOHA

[OneBADLsE]

I got choked up...and even teared...i'll admit it.

Ray, i am so very sorry.

[SMOKE]

man...that is sad...i thought the first thread was sad, but for it to make the news and to see how the economy is hurting the "family" really hurts. :(

x2...

JWM

[Robert 96]

Sorry to hear the bad news. The Dodge dealership down the street from me just closed this past year. I remember spending many days down there looking at Super Bee's, Chargers, Dart Swingers , Bengal Chargers and of course the white Daytona that sat in the showroom. It can really break your heart to see what's happening.

[ta3mo3]

really sad news , sorry


what if you export them to here Saudi Arabia ?

you know Toyota rise the prices 12% !